
2021 Warwick "First Lady" Cabernet Sauvignon Stellenbosch
RP
Wine Advocate
Review Date: 07/2023Straightforward and red-fruited, the 2021 The First Lady Cabernet Sauvignon offers notes of turned earth and gravel with dusty cherries and plum before notes of wilted flowers and hints of leather pop out of the glass. Medium-bodied and with 13.5% alcohol on the label, the palate is uncomplicated yet shows a balanced structure that ends cleanly. This keenly priced Cabernet will be perfect for pizza and pasta night. (AM)
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WS
Wine Spectator
Review Date: 06/2023
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Notes
Few wineries have played a more influential role in establishing South Africa's reputation for world-class fine wine than Warwick in Stellenbosch. Although the property dates back to the early 1900s, Warwick's modern story began in 1964 when Stan and Norma Ratcliffe purchased the farm. Norma would go on to become one of South Africa's pioneering female winemakers, releasing Warwick's first Cabernet Sauvignon in 1984 and later creating the country's first Cape Blend, helping cement the estate's international reputation. Today, Warwick continues to farm the granite-rich slopes of Simonsberg, where Cabernet Sauvignon remains the flagship variety alongside classic Bordeaux grapes and, of course, the classic South African variety of Pinotage. The approachable First Lady range pays tribute to Norma Ratcliffe's groundbreaking legacy, with the Cabernet Sauvignon honoring the very first wine ever bottled under the Warwick label, offering all the hallmarks of Stellenbosch Cabernet at an everyday price. The First Lady Pinotage is equally compelling, showcasing the variety's fresh and modern style with vibrant red fruit and silky tannins. These wines offer a wonderful introduction to one of Stellenbosch's most historic estates while delivering exceptional value and unmistakable South African character.
Product Details
Origin: South Africa
Type/Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon and Blends
SKU: #1765069

